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My Favorite Green Smoothie ! - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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My Favorite Green Smoothie! Recipe

My Favorite Green Smoothie! has a average-calorie, very high-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Riboflavin and Folate.

The food contains 70.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and high in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 4.1 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.

Ideally consumed as a Beverage.

Based on the composite nutritive standing My Favorite Green Smoothie! has been given a composite ranking of 89, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein5%
 Calories from Fat6%
 Calories from Carbs89%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Riboflavin
  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A5845 IU116.9%
Vitamin C45.1 mg75.2%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E2.6 mg8.7%
Thiamin0.21 mg14.1%
Riboflavin0.35 mg20.5%
Niacin1.6 mg8%
Vitamin B61.1 mg55.9%
Folate154.4 mcg38.6%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.53 mg5.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium93 mg9.3%
Iron2.6 mg14.3%
Magnesium105.6 mg26.4%
Phosphorus81 mg8.1%
Potassium1 mg0%
Sodium55.2 mg2.3%
Zinc0.72 mg4.8%
Copper0.42 mg21.2%
Manganese0.89 mg44.7%
Selenium3.2 mcg4.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate70.5 g23.5%
Dietary Fiber8.8 g35.2%
Sugars26.5 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4.1 g8.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2 g3.1%
Saturated Fat0.6 g3%
Monounsaturated Fat0.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 255 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2 g 3.1%

Saturated Fat 0.6 g 3%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 55.2 mg 2.3%

Total Carbohydrates 70.5 g 23.5%

Dietary Fiber 8.8 g35.2%

Sugars 26.5 g

Protein 4.1 g 8.2%

Vitamin A 116.9% Vitamin C 75.2%

Calcium 9.3% Iron 14.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=979821 Embed Table:

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